16GB RAM at 3200 MHz or 16GB 3600MHz CL18 model

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16GB RAM at 3200 MHz or 16GB 3600MHz CL18 model

16GB RAM at 3200 MHz or 16GB 3600MHz CL18 model

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S4NP3I
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03-22-2019, 12:53 PM

#1

I have two RAM choices that are almost identical in price. Both offer the same latency of 10 ns, but I think higher frequency matters more. Should I pick one? Note: My system is an R5 3600.

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S4NP3I

03-22-2019, 12:53 PM #1

I have two RAM choices that are almost identical in price. Both offer the same latency of 10 ns, but I think higher frequency matters more. Should I pick one? Note: My system is an R5 3600.

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chaosgurke
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03-22-2019, 02:16 PM

#2

The faster RAM is superior. It's possible to lower its speed if needed.

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chaosgurke

03-22-2019, 02:16 PM #2

The faster RAM is superior. It's possible to lower its speed if needed.

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SniperAlsHond
Junior Member

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03-22-2019, 03:21 PM

#3

It varies based on whether your CPU supports 3600 units or not.

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SniperAlsHond

03-22-2019, 03:21 PM #3

It varies based on whether your CPU supports 3600 units or not.

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Lama_Rsupilami
Junior Member

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03-22-2019, 05:34 PM

#4

3600cl18 suggests lowering to 3200cl16 or below when necessary, such as when the CPU struggles with 3600MHz.

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Lama_Rsupilami

03-22-2019, 05:34 PM #4

3600cl18 suggests lowering to 3200cl16 or below when necessary, such as when the CPU struggles with 3600MHz.

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Blazephon
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03-22-2019, 05:46 PM

#5

Thanks for the assistance!

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Blazephon

03-22-2019, 05:46 PM #5

Thanks for the assistance!